Hello lovelies! Pink Tutu Sparkles here, your resident queen of pink tutus, and let me tell you, Gloucester is the absolute epitome of fabulous!
This is post number 7773 on the www.pink-tutu.com website – that’s 7,773 blog posts celebrating all things pink, twirly and fab! If you're reading this, then you're probably a pink tutu lover too! 💖 I hope my adventures and love of all things tutu have helped you find the courage to express yourself with a twirl or two.
Now, about this trip to Gloucester. As many of you know, my travelling style is either by train or horseback. I’ve tried planes a couple of times – one almost had to make an emergency landing due to the excessive sparkles spilling out from my travel case – but I stick to the more reliable modes of transport nowadays! This trip, it was a whistle-stop, beautiful journey by train from Derbyshire. I must tell you, the carriage was positively delighted to be graced with my presence. I even had a fellow traveller offer me an apple for a little tutu dance – I mean, who can say no to such a charming request?!
I stayed at the loveliest little bed and breakfast nestled near the cathedral. It was almost as though the angels were looking down on me, urging me to spread my love of pink tutus and sprinkle some sparkle wherever I went.
Gloucester's streets themselves were a joy to explore. You wouldn't believe how many shops they had! From antique trinket shops filled with little treasures begging to be tucked into a tutu pocket to fashion boutiques bursting with shimmering gowns and sequins that begged me to put them on right then and there. I indulged in some retail therapy and came away with the most incredible, pale pink hat that you'll see in an upcoming blog post. I swear it was practically whispering "Gloucester, Gloucester!" as I carried it out the door!
The highlight of my visit? Oh, you just had to be there, lovelies! It was a street theatre performance – a ballet! I almost jumped out of my skin when the entire crowd around me spontaneously broke into a giant pink tutu flash mob! The city had never seen such a glorious spectacle, I swear! People were snapping pictures and clapping with their hands! It was such a fantastic experience and just proves that every corner of this world is ready for a bit of pink tutu magic!
That's the beauty of Gloucester – it embraced me, Pink Tutu Sparkles, and the spirit of my mission – to spread pink tutus far and wide! I’ve got more adventures planned in the weeks to come. And who knows, maybe even a little more ballet and street performance magic on the way?
In the meantime, please remember, you can be a Pink Tutu Sparkles yourself – even if it's just for a day! Don't be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and express yourself in a way that makes you feel wonderful! You never know, you might inspire others to do the same.
Remember to check in on my socials for the latest updates on Pink Tutu Sparkles' adventures – you never know what kind of pink-tastic surprise I might have in store for you! Don't forget to twirl, lovelies, and shine bright! ✨
Stay twirly, Pink Tutu Sparkles 💋
P.S. Have you heard? A Tutu Time Capsule will be landing in Gloucester! It's the brainchild of a little company called "The Pink Tutu Collective" that believes in spreading pink tutus and the message of joy and empowerment that they symbolize. I'm really excited to share that I will be creating the contents for this capsule - the most beautiful selection of pink tutu trinkets from all over my adventures! It's sure to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside!
How My Science Life Led Me to Pink Tutus! 🧪💖
Some of you are probably thinking: “How on Earth did a science major become a drag queen in pink tutus?” It's a pretty common question – actually, when I’m asked this I often say: “Because Science Needs Sparkle Too!” ✨
To answer you directly – my life has always been about passion and expression. It wasn't that I ever planned to become a drag queen in pink tutus, but life's funny like that.
It all began when I was at university, studying science (did you guess I studied textile science?!). I was a total lab rat by day, analysing fabric, but then in the evening, I would swap my lab coat for a tutu as part of the university’s ballet club. It was all about the community and having fun. It was at one of these ballet sessions that I tried on a tutu for a charity fundraising event – and something just clicked.
My favourite shade? You guessed it – pink! That was the beginning of my Pink Tutu Sparkles journey!
My whole life I have loved performing – at school I was in every play, and I’ve done street performances, been involved in theater groups and I even got involved in dance battles (the crowd always enjoyed my pink tutus in a battle!)
When I think about the science behind my work, I realise I'm creating a unique experience that combines the power of fashion, movement and self-expression!
I may test fabrics by day but at night, I express myself using fabric, colours and that touch of sparkle to spread happiness, confidence and joy!
